25 (non-Bravo) real life housewives who are pretty badass
By Sundi Rose
Blake Lively
Blake Lively, although (probably) not on purpose, is putting most of us to shame. From a distance, she seems like she really has her stuff together: the handsome husband, the adorable children, a charming, self-deprecating sense of humor and a successful career as an actress. It’s like she’s just begging us to hate her. (Just kidding.)
She’s said publicly that she’s really into food and loves to cook, and calls Martha Stewart an “inspiration and idol.” Lively’s wedding to fellow actor Ryan Reynolds was even featured in the Martha Stewart publication, Martha Stewart Weddings.
She also launched a short-lived lifestyle website called Preserve and has said in interviews that she would love to have her own interior decorating company, citing her love for antiques and color.
In addition to being just too perfect for this world, Lively is also active in American politics. She and Gossip Girl co-star Penn Badgely campaigned for Barack Obama in 2008, making a commercial for him that aired during the show. She also appeared in Gucci’s “Chime for Change” campaign, raising awareness for women’s issues like education, health, and justice.
Lively might best be known for her role as Serena van der Woodsen, but she has evolved into a well-rounded, multi-faceted woman who seems like she would be super cool to hang out with.